When you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, a Chapter 7 trustee is appointed to administer your case. A trustee basically controls the assets that you owned at the time of bankruptcy. This control can involve anything from selling your house to selling your car or personal property. Essentially, the trustee’s job is to turn your […]
Chapter 7
Qualifying For Bankruptcy In Portland
Do I qualify for bankruptcy? We get asked this question a lot and the answer most lawyers provide is “that depends.” Does anyone think that is a good answer! No way! Bankruptcy is a process that can provide immense, immediate relief to people who are overwhelmed by debt. Like anything in the law, the devil […]
Tax Refunds at Risk in Bankruptcy Case!
This time of year we meet with many people who are exploring bankruptcy options but have questions about how the bankruptcy laws may affect their right to income tax refunds owed to them but not yet received. These laws vary by state and since we practice exclusively in Oregon these comments pertain to the laws […]
